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BV54 YHJ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

190,296 mi
Last recorded190,296 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV54 YHJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 190,296 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 185,135 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 179,426 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant header tank area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 173,396 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 168,060 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 5 Nov 2021 168,000 miles

Front Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 162,461 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 152,840 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 152,839 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 145,539 miles

exhaust corroding/heat shield slightly loose (still secure)

slight blemish to front no plate

Pass 19 Apr 2017 136,355 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall slight cut on outer edge

Nearside Rear tyre cracking/perrishing

both front tyres wearing low on edges

exhaust heat shield slight rattle/slightly loose (still secure)

front no plate slight blemmish

Pass 29 Apr 2016 126,607 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 116,379 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 104,817 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 93,503 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 82,172 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 67,927 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 52,399 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 35,342 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 19,317 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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BV54 YHJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 64,638 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV54 YHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 22 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV54 YHJ registered?

BV54 YHJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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